Module Introduction

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Module Aims

Provide students with an essential introduction to the core principles and concepts of cybersecurity, assuming no prior knowledge but some basic cybersecurity awareness. Students will gain a holistic understanding of the modern cybersecurity landscape, preparing them for more advanced topics and practical applications.

• Legal and Ethics
• Access Control
• Threat modeling
• Threat and Vulnerability Assessment
• Aduting and Monitering
• Cloud and IoT security, ETC

Module Learning Outcome

1. Gain a profound understanding of fundamental security principles, enabling them to assess security risks and apply appropriate security measures.
2. Critically assess the design and implementation of systems and applying hardening measures effectively.
3. Design and develop cybersecurity strategies while considering ethical and legal standards.
4. Develop and implement organisational policy and security strategies to maintain operational resilience and cybersecurity readiness.

Assessments

• Portfolio % 50 ,Deadline (18/11/2025), Turnitin, Blackboard
• Written Report % 50, Deadline(12/01/2026),Turnitin, Blackboard

Learning format:

• Combination of Labs and Lectures

• Opportunity to challenge and discuss with your fellow students and your module team.

• Lectures and labs on Blackbaord

Delivery Format

Time: Teaching Session: from 9AM to 1PM

Location:VH.1.01 - Specialist Computing Lab

For more info, see the module handbook